Floorbard Extension question
Tourer
Joined: Oct 2007
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From: S.E. Michigan
RE: Floorbard Extension question
I have a set of 1in. extensions from "SOOS" a forum member here. I was in the same boat as the rest , should I or not. I really have found very little difference with the scraping, after you put them on, youll wonder why you waited so long. Tim
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Road Captain
Joined: Oct 2007
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From: Torrance, CA.
RE: Floorbard Extension question
I putboth kits on so mine are forward 2" and out 1" on my '04 Custom. Yep, first corner I took it scraped. I used to scrape the floorboards all the time and the floorboard brackets occaisionally. Now I just scrape the brackets.
It hasn't been a problem so far, the comfort factor is well worth it to me. Guess I got used to the scraping....
It hasn't been a problem so far, the comfort factor is well worth it to me. Guess I got used to the scraping....
Road Master
Joined: Feb 2008
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From: NH
RE: Floorbard Extension question
ORIGINAL: Pastor John
I have the extensions from Kury and they give about 3/4" more room. I have not found the reduced cornering clearance to be a problem, but if you think through the math it seems that there is some reduction at the most extreme lean angles. But that's OK, because the footboards are hinged and there isn't any danger of lifting the wheels off the ground.
I have the extensions from Kury and they give about 3/4" more room. I have not found the reduced cornering clearance to be a problem, but if you think through the math it seems that there is some reduction at the most extreme lean angles. But that's OK, because the footboards are hinged and there isn't any danger of lifting the wheels off the ground.
After the running board hinges, the bracket picks the bike up off the ground, I did the math and it was quitethe feeling. For some reason the brackets are getting worn on my bike.
Road Master
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 813
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From: REPUBLIC of TEXAS
RE: Floorbard Extension question
your stock shocks are 12's . if you are ok with the ride and just need to get your feet flat ,do the seat mod.
http://www.meancitycycles.com/
if you want to change shocks and get lower you may want to go $1000 ish adjustable air ride.
http://www.meancitycycles.com/
if you want to change shocks and get lower you may want to go $1000 ish adjustable air ride.
Extreme HDF Member
Joined: Sep 2005
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From: Baton Rouge, LA
RE: Floorbard Extension question
ORIGINAL: Mississippi Bagger
Here is my question....with these installed will the floorboards scrape more easily?
Here is my question....with these installed will the floorboards scrape more easily?
I am not a particularly aggressive rider, but do scrape a bit on a fairly regular basis. While I would like the additional comfort I think the extensions would give, I do not want to give up any cornering clearance.
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From: Cocoa Beach, Florida
RE: Floorbard Extension question
Yes indeed - good question and thanks all for thefeedback.
Mine are still stock,I don't scrape real often, and so far it's only been enough to make some noise and fold the board up a little. Therefore (thanks again y'all) I'm going to go for itbut I want to extend mine FWD some too - 34' in-seam.
Naturally I'm looking at the "soos setup"but posted a question the other day about that new Kury set that does both 1" OUT and1" FWD. Not on the street yet and no infoso far but still going to think some.I prefer a one-piece setup rather than stacking 2 gizmos up on top of each other - just more pieces to get loose.
Mine are still stock,I don't scrape real often, and so far it's only been enough to make some noise and fold the board up a little. Therefore (thanks again y'all) I'm going to go for itbut I want to extend mine FWD some too - 34' in-seam.
Naturally I'm looking at the "soos setup"but posted a question the other day about that new Kury set that does both 1" OUT and1" FWD. Not on the street yet and no infoso far but still going to think some.I prefer a one-piece setup rather than stacking 2 gizmos up on top of each other - just more pieces to get loose.
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Cruiser
Joined: Feb 2008
Posts: 190
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From: Spokane WA
RE: Floorbard Extension question
ORIGINAL: RangeRat
Yes indeed - good question and thanks all for thefeedback.
Mine are still stock,I don't scrape real often, and so far it's only been enough to make some noise and fold the board up a little. Therefore (thanks again y'all) I'm going to go for itbut I want to extend mine FWD some too - 34' in-seam.
Naturally I'm looking at the "soos setup"but posted a question the other day about that new Kury set that does both 1" OUT and1" FWD. Not on the street yet and no infoso far but still going to think some.I prefer a one-piece setup rather than stacking 2 gizmos up on top of each other - just more pieces to get loose.
Yes indeed - good question and thanks all for thefeedback.
Mine are still stock,I don't scrape real often, and so far it's only been enough to make some noise and fold the board up a little. Therefore (thanks again y'all) I'm going to go for itbut I want to extend mine FWD some too - 34' in-seam.
Naturally I'm looking at the "soos setup"but posted a question the other day about that new Kury set that does both 1" OUT and1" FWD. Not on the street yet and no infoso far but still going to think some.I prefer a one-piece setup rather than stacking 2 gizmos up on top of each other - just more pieces to get loose.
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Joined: Jun 2007
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From: Cocoa Beach, Florida
RE: Floorbard Extension question
ORIGINAL: Top
I'm looking at doing the same. I myself don't like the idea of stacking parts either. I also have a 34" in-seam. If I read your post right, they aren't out on the streets yet?
ORIGINAL: RangeRat
Yes indeed - good question and thanks all for thefeedback.
Mine are still stock,I don't scrape real often, and so far it's only been enough to make some noise and fold the board up a little. Therefore (thanks again y'all) I'm going to go for itbut I want to extend mine FWD some too - 34' in-seam.
Naturally I'm looking at the "soos setup"but posted a question the other day about that new Kury set that does both 1" OUT and1" FWD. Not on the street yet and no infoso far but still going to think some.I prefer a one-piece setup rather than stacking 2 gizmos up on top of each other - just more pieces to get loose.
Yes indeed - good question and thanks all for thefeedback.
Mine are still stock,I don't scrape real often, and so far it's only been enough to make some noise and fold the board up a little. Therefore (thanks again y'all) I'm going to go for itbut I want to extend mine FWD some too - 34' in-seam.
Naturally I'm looking at the "soos setup"but posted a question the other day about that new Kury set that does both 1" OUT and1" FWD. Not on the street yet and no infoso far but still going to think some.I prefer a one-piece setup rather than stacking 2 gizmos up on top of each other - just more pieces to get loose.
https://www.hdforums.com/m_2879529/tm.htm
They're more expensive than soos for surebut then machining is more complex plus they'rechromed. However,I would prefer black. Can't see paying for chrome on F/B support brackets myself.